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Detailed Hike Description & Photos:
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The trailhead is marked by a "Conejo Open Space" sign. Starting down the trail, Chumash Interpretive Center property is to the right, and Lang Ranch Open Space is ahead.
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Just moments from the trailhead, the trail passes through one of the few shady areas of the hike. Most of this route, however, is in the direct sunlight.
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After 8 or 10 minutes, turn onto the trail that splits off to the left.
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The majority of the elevation gain is in this next mile . . .
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. . . but it is worth the energy for anyone who enjoys scenic views. This photo is looking back toward the west.
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Walking east along the ridge, the trail is fairly level.
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This is looking off to the northwest, at another trail which our trail will soon intersect.
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After the intersection and a sharp right turn, there is a gradual ascent for almost a half mile. To the north, there are views of the Wood Ranch area with Simi Valley beyond.
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This is from the high-point of this hike, looking back down the trail just traveled.
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Now, the easy part... Downhill!!!
And great scenery too!
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There is a short section of trail through an oak grove at a (usually dry) stream crossing. This is welcome relief on a hot day, and it is in sharp contrast to the dry environment we've seen on most of our route.
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When the trail intersects the utility road (Albertson Motorway), turn right . . .
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. . . and continue down the hill.
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The route soon turns onto a "single-track" trail (bypassing a private section of Albertson Motorway). Briefly, we are again walking in the shade of some beautiful oak trees.
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The trail climbs briefly before descending to rejoin the utility road.
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Seeing the homes ahead signals that the end of the hike is near.
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